DIRTY
/ˈdɜːti/
5 letters · 2 syllables · verb, adjective, adverb
Definition of DIRTY
To make (something) dirty.
To stain or tarnish (somebody) with dishonor.
To debase by distorting the real nature of (something).
Unclean; covered with or containing unpleasant substances such as dirt or grime.
"Despite a walk in the rain, my shoes weren't too dirty."
That makes one unclean; corrupting, infecting.
"Don't put that in your mouth, dear. It's dirty."
Morally unclean; obscene or indecent, especially sexually.
"At the reception, Uncle Nick got drunk and told dirty jokes to the bridesmaids."
In a dirty manner.
"to play dirty"
Synonyms of DIRTY
Words with similar meaning
Examples of DIRTY in a Sentence
- "Despite a walk in the rain, my shoes weren't too dirty."
- "Don't put that in your mouth, dear. It's dirty."
- "At the reception, Uncle Nick got drunk and told dirty jokes to the bridesmaids."
- "to play dirty"
Word Details
Is DIRTY a Scrabble Word?
Yes, DIRTY is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: DIRTY uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for DIRTY
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | d | i | r | t | y | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 9 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 8 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in DIRTY
12 words from the letters in DIRTY
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use DIRTY in Word Games
DIRTY is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, DIRTY is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble DIRTY to find 12 additional valid words.